2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 591 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
